Edgewood Village I — Income-Restricted Housing in Akron, OH 44307
693 Edgewood Ave, Akron, OH 44307
80 units · 49 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 128 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (330) 762-9631Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (330) 762-9631.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 33 2 bedrooms · 47 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $650/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Edgewood Village 4
492 Mary Peavey Eagle Ct, Akron, OH 44307
0 mi away
48 units · 23 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
Edgewood Village 5
491 Vernon Odom Blvd, Akron, OH 44307
0.1 mi away
48 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 51 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Edgewood Village South
856 Mallison Ave, Akron, OH 44307
0.3 mi away
50 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 70 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Belcher Apartments
400 Locust St, Akron, OH 44307
0.6 mi away
229 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 42 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rents and income limits in 44307
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,090/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $43,600/yr
- Renters in 44307 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 61%
Income limits (2026)
Akron, OH area · median family income $97,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,450 | $34,000 | $54,400 |
| 2 | $23,350 | $38,850 | $62,200 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,700 | $69,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,450 | $83,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,350 | $90,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,250 | $96,350 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,100 | $102,600 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 44307 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $780 | $886 |
| 1 bedroom | $840 | $952 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,090 | $1,231 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,310 | $1,474 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,430 | $1,618 |
Wider area = Akron, OH. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (44302) to $1,560 (44308).
Census figures for 44307 (2020–2024 average): median rent $811. Median household income $27,697. 72% of homes are rented. 61% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 35% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 44307's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 44307Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Edgewood Village I?
Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority, which runs Edgewood Village I. Call (330) 762-9631. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Edgewood Village I Section 8 housing?
Edgewood Village I is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Edgewood Village I?
Public records list 80 units at Edgewood Village I in Akron, OH 44307. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Edgewood Village I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 44307 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Edgewood Village I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Edgewood Village I in Akron, OH 44307. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Akron, OH 44307?
Most income-restricted buildings in Akron, OH 44307 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $34,000, and $48,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,400 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Akron, OH 44307?
For many programs in Akron, OH 44307, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,000 a year for 1 person and $48,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,400 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Akron, OH 44307?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Akron, OH 44307, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Akron, OH 44307 is $1,090 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Edgewood Village I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Edgewood Village I has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Akron, OH 44307 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Edgewood Village I.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.